Licensed Social Services Director (LBSW or LMSW)
On-siteFoley, Alabama, United States
Job Summary
Assist in pre-admission and admission processes, interviewing residents and families to adjust to nursing home placement. Document progress, update care plans at interdisciplinary conferences, and arrange transportation and appointments while acting as a liaison between departments, families, and outside agencies. Develop discharge plans, organize family counseling meetings, and maintain minutes. Assess emotional, financial, spiritual, educational, and social needs; ensure residents exercise their rights and advocate for them. Maintain effective communication with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and facility staff. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Social Work with a state license and one year of supervised experience in a healthcare setting.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work
- License with State
- One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting, working directly with patients and families
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in working in healthcare setting – preference in nursing home, hospice, home health, hospital
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